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EERNT....RECOVERY...AND ME!

"People don't have to be nice, and when they are...they don't have to be nice to you!" I've often heard my pastor say these words, and...

Christmas in July...Well, August

Who doesn't like Christmas? It is when we celebrate the birth of Jesus, visit with family and friends, travel, give/receive unique gifts,...

Sensory Issues and Spirit Airlines...Who Knew I'd Still Be Teaching?

"LORD...You KNOW I am like a stereotypical blond! Please show me what to do. Li-Li is only15. Should I retire or not?" These are the...

Gimme Six - Six Ways to Show Gratitude

Looking around at the world today, we can easily become consumed by fear, dread, hatred, sorrow, and death. However, I choose to explore...

Nothing is New Under the Sun

Last Saturday, I was invited to vend my books at the Marcus Garvey Festival. What a BEAUTIFUL time we had. There were singers, dancers,...

Graduation - How Do I Let Go of MY Li-Li?

So...I will admit that I have been a helicopter mom. I've hovered around, always in earshot, so I could make sure that I smooth things...

Sensory Issues...STILL?

For those of you who may not know, our Li-Li won a YMCA Character Award! She was one of thirteen teens honored officially at a Zoom...

Everyone Has Sensory Issues

Now...I know what you're thinking. Gin has really lost it now. What kind of judgemental title is THAT to name a blog? How does she know...